Learn Linux On Amazon Ec2 - Hands-On!

Essential Linux Fundamentals: User Management, File Handling, Networking, Key Shortcuts & More

What you'll learn

Practice Linux using an Amazon Web Server - EC2 Linux instance

Create user accounts

Working with files

File permissions

Searching the system

Archiving and Compressing files

Installing software/tools

Networking

System Information

Important Shortcuts - Tips & tricks

Recommended Cheat Sheet (PDF)

Requirements

Absolutely NO previous IT experience needed!

Description

Unlock the Power of Linux: Whether you're a newcomer or have faced hurdles in mastering Linux, this course is tailored to simplify your learning journey. Are you aiming for a promotion or seeking career growth? Linux expertise is a valuable asset in today's tech landscape, and this course is designed to equip you with essential skills.Experience a Teaching Approach That Works: Struggling with complex Linux concepts? My teaching method resonates with students, making challenging topics comprehensible and accessible.In this course, you'll delve into fundamental Linux operations, from user account creation to file management, networking, and system insights. Gain hands-on experience, explore time-saving shortcuts, and discover practical tips for efficient Linux navigation.Elevate Your Skills: Whether you're aiming to boost your current role or embark on a new career path, mastering Linux is a stepping stone to success. Join this course to gain confidence in Linux, setting yourself up for professional advancement and seizing new opportunities.Enroll today and embark on a learning journey that simplifies Linux, empowers your skill set, and propels your career forward. Course Topics:Creating user accountsWorking with filesFile permissionsSearching the systemArchiving and Compressing filesInstalling software/toolsNetworkingSystem InformationImportant Shortcuts - Tips & tricksRecommended Cheat Sheet.Why should you learn Linux?Cost-Effective Operating System: Linux is a free operating system, unlike Windows or MacOS, making it widely used across various industries without licensing expenses.High Value of Linux Skills: As the leading server operating system, Linux proficiency is highly sought after, adding significant value to your skill set in the job market.Prevalence in Server Environments: Linux dominates the server landscape, hosting the majority of applications, showcasing the high demand for Linux-savvy professionals.Versatility and Compatibility: Linux's compatibility with diverse devices contributes to its extensive use, offering adaptability and functionality across various platforms.Open Source Transparency: Linux's open-source nature allows inspection of its source code, empowering users to identify and contribute to fixing bugs and vulnerabilities, enhancing overall security.Community-Driven Security: Backed by a robust community of developers, Linux benefits from collective expertise, resulting in a more secure environment compared to other operating systems.Why take this course?Practical Skill Development: Acquire hands-on proficiency in essential Linux tasks, confidently managing user accounts, handling files, and navigating the system efficiently.Boosted Efficiency: Learn time-saving techniques, shortcuts, and tips that streamline your workflow, enhancing productivity within the Linux environment.Adaptability & Versatility: Gain foundational understanding of networking, software installation, and system information retrieval, providing versatile skills applicable across industries.Confident File Management: Grasp file permissions, searching methods, and archiving tools, ensuring a strong command of file operations critical for system maintenance and security.Here's feedback I've gotten in the past about my courses."am grateful to have come in contact with your course your explanation is so easy to understand . I appreciate the extra effort you put in for better understanding and also your words of encouragement have been a source of motivation for me." - Monsurat O."I must confess; this is a best linux class i have ever attended." - Adegbosin A.

Overview

Section 1: Welcome and Important Links

Lecture 1 Welcome

Lecture 2 Important Links

Section 2: Servers and Important Concepts

Lecture 3 Server Basics

Lecture 4 Let's Talk Roles

Lecture 5 Get the server

Section 3: Users and Groups

Lecture 6 Create user and group

Lecture 7 Add user to sudoers

Section 4: Working with Files

Lecture 8 Working with files - 1

Lecture 9 Working with files - 2

Lecture 10 Working with files - 3

Section 5: Working with File Permissions - chmod, chown, chgrp

Lecture 11 Quick tips for file permissions

Lecture 12 File permissions - hands-on

Section 6: Searching the System - grep, egrep, locate

Lecture 13 Searching the system - 1

Lecture 14 Searching the system - 2

Section 7: Archiving and Compressing Files

Lecture 15 Whiteboarding explanation

Lecture 16 Archive and Compress - Hands-on

Section 8: Installing Software

Lecture 17 Installing software

Section 9: Networking in Linux

Lecture 18 Netwroking - Whiteboarding

Lecture 19 Networking - Hands-on 1

Lecture 20 Networking - Hands-on 2

Section 10: System Information

Lecture 21 System Information - Hands-On

Section 11: Important Shortcuts and Resources

Lecture 22 Important Shortcuts and Resource

Aspiring Linux Learners: Individuals keen on grasping the fundamentals of Linux from scratch or enhancing their existing knowledge.,Career-Oriented Professionals: Busy individuals seeking to add Linux expertise to their skill set for professional advancement, especially in fields like cloud computing, DevOps, DecSecOps, Cybersecurity, Cloud Security, and more.,Those Seeking Clarity: Learners who have faced challenges in understanding Linux through other resources or courses, looking for a simplified and effective learning approach.,Future-Ready Enthusiasts: Anyone interested in exploring cloud computing, DevOps, DecSecOps, Cybersecurity, or related fields in the near future, where Linux proficiency is highly beneficial.,See you in the course and happy learning!